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Common questions
How do I open a .pub file without Publisher?
Drop it on this page or click the sheet to choose it. Every page is shown in your browser.
Is my file private?
Yes. It is read inside the browser tab and never sent anywhere.
Can I save it as a PDF?
Yes. Open the file, then choose Print or save as PDF from the menu.
Which versions of Publisher work?
All of them, from Publisher 2.0 (1993) to Publisher for Microsoft 365. Files from Publisher 97 and earlier open with some limits.
How faithful is this to the original?
It's very close. On our dataset of difficult files, 97.4% of pages show no visible defect. If you have a file that doesn't open well, please share it with contact@publican.app.